The nurse is caring for a client who has acute viral gastroenteritis. Which dietary instruction does the nurse provide to the client?
a. "Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehy-dration."
b. "You can have only clear liquids to drink."
c. "Milk products will give you extra pro-tein."
d. "You can have sips of cola or tea to relieve nausea."
A
The client should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Clients are not necessarily re-stricted to clear liquids. Milk products may not be tolerated. Caffeinated beverages increase in-testinal motility and should be avoided.
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